| ID | 173220 |
| Title Proper | sources of North Korean conduct |
| Other Title Information | Is Pyongyang really going non-nuclear? |
| Language | ENG |
| Author | Ahn, Mun Suk |
| Summary / Abstract (Note) | The Kim Jong Un regime recently shifted from an emphasis on military power to an ‘economy first’ policy. The shift was driven by a pragmatic calculation, on the part of the North Korean leader, recognizing that the stability of the regime depends on economic development. Kim hopes that a shift from nuclear confrontation to diplomacy will result in the lifting of Western sanctions. It is important that the United States interprets Kim’s intentions correctly, and tries to strike a deal with North Korea. |
| `In' analytical Note | International Journal Vol. 75, No.2; Jun 2020: p.237-247 |
| Journal Source | International Journal Vol: 75 No 2 |
| Key Words | North Korea ; Nuclear Programme ; Kim Jong Un ; Economy First Policy ; Going Non-Nuclear |